Obituaries

Dec 2, 2019

Larry D. Mercer, 73, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away suddenly on December 2, 2019 at his home.

He was born in the farmhouse on February 13, 1946 in Bloomingdale, OH, a son of the late Eric Lowell and Martha Pauline (Cline) Mercer.

Larry was a lifelong dairy farmer for Mercer Farms that is a recognized...

Nov 26, 2019

Pamela C. Linn, 72, of Richmond, OH, passed away November 26, 2019 at her home.

She was born February 9, 1947 in East Liverpool, OH, a daughter of the late Harry and Helen Gillespie.

Pam was an active member of the Richmond United Methodist church. She had a passion for teaching, serving the students of...

Nov 23, 2019

Harry James Clark passed away November 23, 2019 in El Paso, Texas.

He was born May 4, 1947 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Harry Elmer and Dorothy Alberta (Rairigh) Clark.

Harry served his country in the United States Army. He served two tours in Vietnam. Harry was a recipient of two Bronze...

Nov 17, 2019

Donald Conrad Kempf, 82, of Mechanicstown, OH, has been embraced by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 17, 2019

He was born November 12, 1937.

A hard working man since the age of 7, retiring from JP Plastic as well as a successful business owner and truck driver.

He overcame illitercacy...

Nov 10, 2019

Debra E. Salsberry, 65, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away November 10, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.

She was born August 24, 1954 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Isaac and Ivy (Dennis) Groves.

She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, East Springfield for many many years where she served...

Nov 6, 2019

Carole Jane Brownfield, 76, of Toronto, OH, passed away November 6, 2019 at Acuity Specialty Hospital, Weirton, WV.

She was born March 1, 1943 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late William and Sarah (McLaughlin) Rutledge.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers, William "Billy" Rutledge, Carl Rutledge,...

Nov 4, 2019

Orion "Lee" Grable, 82, of Unionport, OH, passed away November 4, 2019 at his home. Lee served for over 22 years in the US Army. He was employed by operating engineers Local #18. He was an honorary member of Unionport and Belvedere Fire Departments.

He was born May 8, 1937 in Unionport, Ohio, a son of the...

Nov 1, 2019

Katharine McCarroll 72 of Middleburg, FL passed away Friday, November 1, 2019.

Kathy was a certified cardiovascular technician and worked with heart patients for over 30 years.

She was born December 31, 1946 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Charles and Naomi (Crissinger) McCarroll. In addition to her parents she was preceded in...

Oct 31, 2019

Kelly Patrick Clancey 48, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic. Kelly was a Veteran of the US Air Force serving during the first Gulf War. Kelly was born April 29, 1971 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of the late Patrick Clancey and Sue (Kissner) Clancey.

In a addition to his...

Oct 28, 2019

Alfred Rubalcava, Jr., 87, of Richmond, OH, passed away October 28, 2019 at Weirton Medical Center.

He was born July 20, 1932 in Saginaw, MI, a son of the late Alfred and Arwanda (McIntyre) Rubalcava.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, John Rubalcava and sister, Betty Kastros.

Oct 22, 2019

Floyd "Butch" W. Blackburn, Jr., 78, of Steubenville, OH, passed away October 22, 2019 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.

He was born August 12, 1941 in Toronto, OH, a son of the late Floyd W. Blackburn, Sr. and Juanita (Shinn) Blackburn.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife,...

Oct 18, 2019

Lois Alberta Bennett, 72, of Brilliant, OH, passed away October 18, 2019 at Gables Care Center, Hopedale, OH.

She was born October 8, 1947 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Earl and Zelda (Sivert) Nest.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband, Lee Parks; second husband,...

Oct 16, 2019

Adam D. McAdam, 38, passed away October 16, 2019.

He was born January 31, 1981 in Steubenville, Ohio.

He had a great love for playing guitar as well as working on and riding motorcycles.

Adam is preceded in death by his grandparents, Jo Ann and Manford Dishon. He will be sadly missed by...

Oct 9, 2019

Linda Sue Johnston, 68, of Wintersville, OH, passed away October 9, 2019 at UPMC Mercy, Pittsburgh, PA.

She was born January 26, 1951, a daughter of late Marjorie (Lash) Creamer.

Linda was an active member of the Crossroads Church, Wintersville. She enjoyed spending time with friends at Prime Time twice a week. Linda was a...

Oct 1, 2019

Robert Matthew Carson, 85, of Bergholz, OH, passed away October 1, 2019 at Meadows of Cadiz.

He was born December 14, 1933 in Wheeling, WV, a son of the late Joseph and Ora Carson.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Madison Carson; brother, Joseph Murray Carson; and...

Oct 1, 2019

Mary Alice (Geissler) Moran, 65, of East Springfield, OH, passed away October 1, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, OH.

She was born January 15, 1954 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the Lawrence and Dorothy (DeVault) Geissler.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Wendell "Kip" Moran;...

Sep 30, 2019

Richard Thomas Rogers, Jr., 59, passed away September 30, 2019 at his home.

Born April 13, 1960 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Richard Thomas, Sr. and Donna Jean (Miller) Rogers.

Preceded in death by sisters, Sandy Wright and Deb Rogers; and niece, Tiffany Hanlin.

He is survived by his sister,...

Sep 28, 2019

Joyce G. Vinburg, 76, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away September 28, 2019 at Allegheny General, Pittsburgh, PA.

She was born November 20, 1942 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Rudy and Alice Matask.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Vinburg; daughter, Robin Slawson; and...

Sep 26, 2019

It is with profound sadness that my brother Dave (Jan) Morelli, sister, Gina (Jim) Valuska & I, Deneen (Michael) Mueller, announce the death of our deeply loved mother. Mildred Harkins Morelli passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019.  Although losing a mother is never easy, we are relieved that she is no longer suffering at the hands of pancreatic...

Sep 22, 2019

Dale L. Kuester, 89, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away September 22, 2019 at Lancia Villa Royale.

He was born February 17, 1930 in Richmond, OH, a son of the late John and Lulu Kuester.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Erla.

Dale served his country in...